Doc Neeson dead: Former Angels frontman dies aged 67

Bernard "Doc" Neeson, singer-songwriter for veteran Australian rock band The Angels, has died aged 67.

Neeson, who had been suffering from a brain tumour, died in his sleep on Wednesday morning.

"It is with deep sadness and regret that the family of Angels singer/songwriter Bernard 'Doc' Neeson - loving father, family member and friend to so many - announce he has passed away in his sleep at 7.15am," a statement from his family said.

"He has battled with a brain tumour for the last 17 months and sadly lost his fight this (Wednesday) morning.